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“Cosy cottage, beautiful situated on a small sheepfarm. You can make walks out of your frontdoor.”

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“This cottage is suitable for people who like to get out of the rush of every daylife. It's peaceful and quiet up there. The location is perfect if you like to make walks. Around Dolgellau there are also lots of walks possible, just go to the tourist office. The westcoast of Wales is nearby to visit. Within an hour drive you find castles and there are interesting cities on the north side of Wales. A visit to Portmeirion, a village created in Itilian style, is a special discovery. Anyone who loves steamtrains can make a lot of trips in this region.”

Marinus V, The Hague, The Netherlands, July 2011

“Cosy cottage, beautiful situated on a small sheepfarm. You can m”

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“This cottage is suitable for people who like to get out of the rush of every daylife. It's peaceful and quiet up there. The location is perfect if you like to make walks. Around Dolgellau there are also lots of walks possible, just go to the tourist office. The westcoast of Wales is nearby to visit. Within an hour drive you find castles and there are interesting cities on the north side of Wales. A visit to Portmeirion, a village created in Itilian style, is a special discovery. Anyone who loves steamtrains can make a lot of trips in this region.”

Verstratenmarinus, The Hague, The Netherlands, July 2011

“Great getaway from it all - lovely idyllic spot”

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“For anyone who really wants a totally secluded break away from it all this is the place to go. We hardly knew the owners were there. If you are staying there and don't intend going anywhere else for a few days, get your supplies in and you will be fine.
Also on the positive side you can walk straight from the cottage and onto Cader Idris which we did on the second to last day.
Just be aware that the drive up the hill to the cottage is not for the faint hearted but you do get used to it after a few days. Also be aware that the cottage is part of a working farm so there are sheep milling about in the fields but the lambs were great fun to watch in the evenings. The bird life was also amazing. There are also a few dogs in a kennel about fifty metres away from the cottage which did bark now and again, which could spoil the peace and quiet, especially when the rabbits hopped in to the yard where the dogs are kept.”

Redsteveo, Chester, United Kingdom, June 2015

“A lovely cottage miles from anywhere”

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“We received a warm welcome from Sandra and we couldn't have been more pleased with the little cottage that was warm, comfortable and clean. There was even a little tea tray laid out with some cake. Just what we needed after a long drive. We drank our tea sitting in a little garden area that has been set up for the cottage users right next to stream overlooking the beautiful mountains. We had the mountains on our doorstep and took a short but strenous walk up the nearest one which took us around 1800ft and with spectacular views. The nearest shops were to be found in the lovely village of Dollgellau. We recommend the Eurospar which is expensive but is a 'foodie's' delight with lots of locally sourced produce. We found this cottage a wonderful base for the week as we sampled the different delights of north and mid Wales. Aberystwyth is worth a visit, this very clean and well looked after University town was a nice alternative to your 'kiss me quick' style seaside resorts. We rode on the cliff railway which allowed us a good view over the coastline as it was a glorious day. Barmouth which isn't too far is more of a 'kiss me quick' style sea side but the fish and chips that we got from The Mermaid on Jubilee Street redeemed the place for us, they were delicious. Other good places to visit were Portmeirion village, Plas Brondanw [just 5 miles from there and was the family home of Clough Williams Ellis the designer of Portmeirion. We drove all through the snowdonia nature reserve hoping to take the Snowdon Mountain Railway but decided against it when we discovered it would cost us between £27 - 35 per person! All in all, a wonderful week spent at a lovely cottage.”

Customer reviews

“It was lovely being able to walk to the top of Cader Idris from the Cottage. The location is beautiful and so quiet, a real rural retreat. We're normally cautious about staying next door to the owners but apart from welcoming us and letting us know they were there if we needed anything we didn't see the owners at all.”

Cottage features

Off road parking

Ground floor accommodation

Ground floor bedroom

Smoke-free

Garden / Patio

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Sleeps

2

Bedrooms

1

Bathrooms

1

Pets

No

The property

Dolgellau 2 miles.
This attractive semi-detached stone-built, single-storey 18th century barn conversion stands in a stunning, tranquil mountainside location, on a working sheep farm 1000 feet above sea level on the slopes of Mynydd Moel, which directly leads onto Mount Cader Idris. Just two miles from the market town of Dolgellau, this charming Dolgellau cottage has been converted to offer cosy, comfortable accommodation in a superb mountain location, with the exposed beams and open plan living area simply adding to the property's charm. Surrounded by beautiful mountain scenery, the area around this Dolgellau cottage is renowned for excellent walking, climbing and mountain biking, and is the perfect location for all outdoor enthusiasts. A wonderful mountain Dolgellau cottage location, perfect for a romantic break or exciting walking holiday amidst fabulous views and huge variety of wildlife.

Accommodation

All ground floor.
One king-size double bedroom. Shower room with shower, basin and WC. Open plan living area with kitchen, dining area and sitting area.

Amenities

Oil central heating. Electric oven and hob, microwave, slow cooker, fridge, TV, DVD. All fuel and power inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Off road parking for 2 cars. Bike storage. Lawned garden with patio, furniture and lovely mountain views. Sorry, no pets and no smoking. Shops, pubs and restaurants 2 miles. Note: Babes-in-arms only. Note: There is a steep, single-track road leading up to the property, with two gates that must be opened and closed en route.

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About the location

DOLGELLAU

Fairbourne 8 miles; Barmouth 10 miles; Aberdovey 20 miles.

This small, beautiful market town is located in the heart of southern Snowdonia, between the imposing Cader Idris mountain range and the sea. It’s a superb base for a holiday - perfect for combining the many outdoor pursuits on offer in Snowdonia with relaxing days out on the soft sandy beaches of Barmouth, Fairbourne and Aberdovey. The town itself offers a good selection of shops, five pubs and a wine bar, along with a number of excellent restaurants, cafes and two bakeries, that produce fresh bread and cakes each day. Dolgellau is home to over 200 listed buildings, allegedly the highest concentration in the whole of Wales, and the town is also a designated 'cycle break centre' boasting a range of dedicated cycle routes all around the area. Close by is the Coed y Brenin mountain bike trail and this location is ideal for quiet outdoor recreation with superb scenery, mountains, forests, waterfalls, castles and beaches all close to hand.